Comparison

Nutriguard-MS vs Tanita BC-601

Nutriguard-MS and Tanita BC-601: compare documented specifications, features and limitations. Check the reports and explanation offered by the provider. More features alone do not establish better accuracy.

Nutriguard-MS: when to consider it

Nutriguard-MS measures bioelectrical impedance at 5, 50 and 100 kHz. Standard testing uses four adhesive electrodes on the hand and foot of one side. Body-composition and water estimates are evaluated from resistance and reactance using the relevant software; regional mode requires the appropriate procedure.

Tanita BC-601: when to consider it

BC-601 is a segmental scale for tracking fat and muscle mass in five body regions. Its display sits on a pull-up handle and results can be stored on an SD card. Weight capacity is 150 kg; consistent preparation and interpretation matter when comparing changes.

Specifications side by side

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SpecificationsNutriguard-MSTanita BC-601
MethodMulti-frequency BIABioelectrical impedance (BIA)
Measurement frequencies5, 50, 100 kHzNot verified
Electrodes4 adhesive electrodes for whole-body testingNot verified
Documented outputsResistance and reactance; body-composition interpretation through softwareWhole-body and regional fat and muscle mass
Maximum weightNot verified150 kg
Measured regionsNot verifiedBoth arms, both legs and trunk
Result displayNot verifiedHandle display; SD card

Fat-free mass is not pure muscle mass. A single result is not a diagnosis. Different devices and similarly named metrics may use definitions that are not interchangeable.

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